Salary : $16.00 Hourly
Location : 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry
Job Type : Seasonal
Job Number : 00114
Department : Parks & Recreation Department
Division : Athletics & Aquatics
Opening Date : 12 / 17 / 2024
Closing Date : 5 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
The Program Instructor will supervise and facilitate varied youth athletic programs for ages 2.5-17 years old based on seasonal calendar. They will support and assist the Athletics Supervisor in running a controlled and organized activity for participants and parents.
Under the direct supervision of the Athletics Supervisor, program instructor is responsible for working directly with children. They play an integral role in the development of building strong character values in youth. The staff is a representative of the philosophy, mission, and goal of the City of McHenry and its parks and recreation department. Staff must strive to work cooperatively with the Athletics Supervisor and fellow employees to achieve the goals and objectives of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department.
Job Duties
DECISION MAKING AND JUDGEMENT
- Responsible for providing diverse program experiences for assigned group
- Develop activities that are age-appropriate and ability to shift focus during class to meet the needs of student dynamics
- Be responsible for maintaining order and discipline within program
- Market programs to other departments & community organizations where youth are present
- Keep program within budget through program development and participant retention
- Be prepared to discuss with a parent any experience a child has during program
- Mentor program aides and delegate tasks to aides resulting in a quality athletic program
- Supervise volunteers while they are working, assist other staff, and follow / enforce policies set forth by supervisor
ADMINISTRATIVE
Will be at your program area and set up 15 minutes prior to start of scheduled activitiesPrepare and administer lesson plans that vary by age, class length, and weekly skill goalHelp develop group schedules and implement new activities to make each session differentBe available for staff meetings, planning periods, and trainings as scheduledKeep program areas clean, neat, and organized to optimize customer satisfactionMaintain inventories and report any equipment problems or needs to the Athletics SupervisorReport any incidents to the Athletics Supervisor and submit written accident report within 24 hoursOverall responsibility for maintaining all class rostersSubmit attendance rosters, timesheets, and evaluations to Athletics Supervisor within 1 week of program ending.SUPERVISION
Responsible for the well-being of youth ages 2.5-17 at your program area while in the care of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation departmentKeep accurate count of children in program at all timesReport any suspicious behavior or concerns directly to Athletics SupervisorResponsible for selecting, instructing, directing, and supervising the flow of workPHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be motivated and able to implement oral and written instructionsMust be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with superiors, co-workers, parents, and children ages 2.5-17Must be physically able to lift a child (if necessary)Must be able to lift 50 poundsMust be able to evaluate situations and make decisions within established policies and standardsRequires frequent lifting and moving of equipment and suppliesMust be able to be participate in activitiesKnowledge and physical ability to respond in emergency situationsCandidate must be energetic, outgoing, and interested in being a positive role model to young childrenCandidate must possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skillsCandidate must possess ability to be flexible and adjust to changing work environmentCandidate must possess creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn and implement new ideasCandidate must be trained and certified in First Aid and CPRACCURACY
Requires accurate record keeping for programsPARTICIPANT SAFETY
Review and understand all emergency drills and be prepared to implement themRequires considerable attention and alertness to safety hazardsMust be able to take on a leadership role in matters of safetyPRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES :
Fill in at various positions when there are personnel shortages, vacations, or special projectsOther related duties as assigned and perform all duties in a respectful and responsible mannerMaintains all necessary recordsAdheres to all policies and proceduresQualifications
Must be 18 years of age or olderMust be an example of good moral behaviorMust have previous experience and knowledge of multiple sports and organization of large groupsSupervise and facilitate youth athletic programs or leagues to youth ages 2.5-17Basic First Aid and CPR certification current or obtained as soon as possibleDesire to work with children and parents dailyWillingness to project the City of McHenry image by personal adherence to all policiesDemonstrate the ability to interpret and administer all policies, established by the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department, to all employees and volunteers you may encounterRequired at least 6 months working and / or volunteering with children ages 2.5-17Prefer one or more years of college in a related field (i.e. recreation, child development, sports management, psychology, etc.)The City of McHenry is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.
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